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Old shop bought compost

New_to_gardeningNew_to_gardening Posts: 36
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I’ve heard that it is not advised to use bags of shop bought compost that have been sitting around- something to do with the ph. Is it really that bad? Could I use some bags bought last summer to pot on seedlings? Thanks in advance!

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  • DovefromaboveDovefromabove Posts: 82,769
    I always do ... not had a problem.  :)
    “I am not lost, for I know where I am. But however, where I am may be lost.” Winnie the Pooh







  • PurpleRosePurpleRose Posts: 538
    I have never had a problem using shop bought compost which is old. 
  • New_to_gardeningNew_to_gardening Posts: 36
    Thanks both for responding- pleased with that answer!
  • fidgetbonesfidgetbones Posts: 16,537
    If its been kept under cover it's not a problem. The problem is if it gets wet and stays soggy over winter.
  • New_to_gardeningNew_to_gardening Posts: 36
    Thanks @fidgetbones
    Luckily it has been kept dry in the greenhouse :smile:
  • JennyJJennyJ Posts: 8,178
    I use it too. Often kept outside under a tarp weighed down with bricks, if I haven't enough space in the shed. It always seems fine to me.
    Doncaster, South Yorkshire. Soil type: sandy, well-drained
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